Cheshire Academy Academic Dean Shares Grading Insights on National Podcast
Rewarding collaboration, character, and mastery is key at Cheshire Academy In a November episode of the podcast “The Brighter Side of Education,” Cheshire Academy Dean of Academics Marc Aronson imagined a school where grades reward collaboration, character, and genuine mastery—not just memorization and speed. He shared with teachers across the country how Cheshire Academy rethought assessment through Grading What Matters, a framework […]
Cheshire Academy Reignites Community Tradition with Lights of Hope Event
Community invited to experience luminaries, support local charities on December 17 CHESHIRE, CT – Cheshire Academy is bringing back a cherished community tradition this December with the return of Lights of Hope, an evening event that celebrates service, unity, and the power of giving back. A Beloved Tradition Returns Inspired by the original Lights of Hope […]
Cheshire Academy’s Woelper in EdTech Digest: “The Case for Private High School in a Tech-Driven World”
Guest column offers thought leadership to readers around the globe Cheshire Academy Head of School Tom Woelper shared his insights on teaching responsible use of AI in “The Case for Private High School in a Tech-Driven World,” a guest column published in EdTech Digest. Woelper shared his timely thoughts on how independent schools are uniquely positioned to cultivate the judgment, creativity and self-direction needed as routine cognitive […]
Academic Technology Coordinator Discusses AI in the Educational Landscape with Authority Magazine
George Aiello, Cheshire Academy’s academic technology coordinator and librarian, recently shared his insights on technological innovations in education with Authority Magazine, a publication of Medium, where more than 100 million thought leaders connect and share their wisdom. The Q&A touches on Aiello’s experiences in global education – he has taught in Singapore, Paraguay, and Hong Kong – and how CA approaches AI and other technological advances with […]
Cheshire Academy Announces 2026 Online Summer Program for Students Entering Grades 7-12
Inquiries now accepted, registration opens Jan. 5 INQUIRE NOW CHESHIRE, CT – Cheshire Academy is pleased to announce Summer at Cheshire Academy 2026, a five-week online learning experience designed to help students get ahead, stay sharp, and prepare for academic success. Running from July 13 through August 14, 2026, this program offers live, engaging courses […]
Chicago Bears VP, Cheshire Academy Alum Returns to Inspire Football Team
Pat McCaskey ’68, corporate secretary and vice president of the Chicago Bears, came back to Cheshire Academy for Homecoming Weekend 2025, enjoying dinner with the football team and offering inspiring words before their victorious match-up against Brunswick School. “He had dinner with us in Bowden Hall, which is big for the kids because they see […]
New Trustees Bring Business Acumen, Educational Expertise to Cheshire Academy
Joseph P’26, MacMullen, Svensk ’64 have joined the Cheshire Academy Board of Trustees, bringing a wealth of knowledge from the education and international business fields. The Cheshire Academy Board of Trustees has welcomed three new members – Priya Joseph P’26, William “Willy” MacMullen, and Robert E. Svensk ’64. They were elected during the Board’s May […]
‘Behind the Seams’ – How a Private School Costume Shop is Preparing Students for Life
Cheshire Academy teachers are lifelong learners and experts in their fields. We asked them to share their thoughts and scholarship on vital issues in education. Sara Kelleher is an instructor in the Roxbury Academic Support Program at Cheshire Academy. A teacher for a decade, she holds an M.Ed. from Johns Hopkins University School of […]
Cheshire Academy Gets an A+ in 2026 Niche Rankings
The Academy receives high marks for diversity, activities, college prep in national survey Cheshire Academy received an overall grade of A+ in the 2026 Niche ratings of high schools across the nation, ranking #159 in the Best Boarding High Schools in America category. The independent boarding and day school also ranked in the top 5 […]
Never Give Up, Never Grow Up: Alum’s Journey from Cheshire Cat to Furby
Richard C. Levy ’64 Many students come to Cheshire because of its academic reputation, top-notch college counseling, or chance to catch the eye of NCAA Division I university coaches. For Richard C. Levy ’64, it was all about the jacket. While touring Cheshire Academy, he took one look at the school’s navy wool classic emblazoned […]